Nature Trails near Kingston, Ontario
Welcome to Kingston!
Kingston's vision of being a smart, livable, 21st century city is fast becoming a reality.
History innovation thrive in our dynamic city located along the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario, an easy drive from Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, in the heart of eastern Ontario. With a stable and diversified economy that includes global corporations, innovative startups and all levels of government, Kingston's high quality-of-life offers access to world-class education and research institutions, advanced healthcare facilities, affordable living and vibrant entertainment and tourism activities.
Kingston is home to:
Queen's University, the Royal Military College of Canada and St. Lawrence College (we have the most PhD graduates per capita and the "smartest" workforce in Canada).
Fort Henry and the Kingston Fortifications (part of the Rideau Canal UNESCO World Heritage site).
The resting-place of Sir John A. Macdonald, Canada's first Prime Minister.
Vibrant arts, entertainment, recreation and leisure communities.
Festivals! Events! Attractions! See the Tourism Kingston website to find out more.
Burgeoning green technologies and alternative energy sectors. We were the first Canadian City to adopt a protocol for sustainable energy procurement.
The best freshwater sailing harbour in North America (we hosted 1976 Olympic sailing events)
A healthy and bustling downtown core offering a variety of independent shops and superb restaurants.
Beautiful parks, trails and strolls steeped in history free for everyone's active enjoyment.
Link to website for the City of Kingston: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/home
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Meisel Woods Conservation Area
Welcome to Meisel Woods —The Meisel Woods Conservation Area is 130-acres of excellent Precambrian Shield land. It is a forested natural area with plants, animals and landscape typical of the headwaters of the Tay and Upper Rideau watershed. The property surrounds a...Milburn Creek Nature Reserve Trail
The Milburn Creek Nature Reserve Trail, located in Battersea, is a 3.1 km loop trail that meanders around the Milburn Creek and is owned and managed by the Nature Conservancy of Canada. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 39 min to complete....
Portland Conservation Area
Conveniently located just off Hwy. 38 south of Verona, Portland Conservation Area offers almost 23 hectares (56 acres) for picnics and relaxation. An open stand of mature Maple trees provides a backdrop to the picnic area, which includes tables and a large shelter. ...Rideau Trail – Frontenac Section
Rideau Trail – Frontenac Section: Since 1971, the Rideau Trail Association has established, maintained and encouraged low-impact, self-propelled use of the Rideau Trail, a 387 km network of interconnected hiking trails between the City of Kingston and the City of...The Cataraqui Trail – Frontenac County Section
The Cataraqui Trail – Frontenac County Section The Cataraqui Trail is a year-round, shared-use recreation trail running approximately 103 km from Smith Falls in the east to Strathcona in the west. About 45 km is in Frontenac County In spring, summer and fall it...